Natasha Poonawalla brings Parsi Gara to the Met Gala in futuristic couture by Manish Malhotra
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Natasha Poonawalla is no stranger to serving extravagant looks. While many attendees might play it safe with tailored gowns or the season's favourite diamond-studded gowns, you can always count on the fashion prowess of Natasha Poonawalla to bring the drama to the Met Gala's fashion carpet.
Choosing a chic avant-garde couture from Manish Malhotra's selection, she once again redefined fashion boundaries and made a bold statement, blending global fashion with a hint of Indian tradition.
Her ensemble featured intricate Indian Gara embroidery, a craft having roots in Parsi heritage that has now elevated to high fashion status. Opting for a futuristic silhouette, the design focused on keeping a peplum waist with a sculptural collar having pearl droplet details.
Diving deep into the regal palette of purple and ivory, the designer created a majestic contrast.
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From the intricate embellishments to the embroidery, the whole couture was a medium of storytelling. It featured tiny motifs of flora, fauna, human figures, mirror accessories, and traditional Indian accents, where each thread was a tribute to India's rich culture and heritage.
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The statement piece echoed the essence of dandyism, with a nod to European tailoring, and clearly abided by this year's theme.
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However, this is not it, as the back of the gown came with an iconic trail featuring embroidered black silk that added grandeur and grace to the overall look.
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Accentuating her swan-like neck, the sheer collar resembled a blooming lotus and was decorated with pearls suspended like raindrops. Giving something to look at and think about post-event, the whole couture looked like a celestial dream.
Representing Indian roots on the esteemed carpet, Natasha Poonawalla's spellbound glance proved why she's a global icon extraordinaire and took the gilded glamour to an all-new level this year.
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